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Dexter Township Addresses Broadband in New Budget

Dexter Township Addresses Broadband in New Budget

Dexter Township held a budget hearing at the township board’s Febuary 18 meeting, introducing a new financial plan for the upcoming fiscal year. The budget is mostly complete, township supervisor Lonnie Scott said. The township board will vote on final approval at their March meeting. During this last meeting, Scott said they talked through several ...

Mr. DeSarbo Announces his Retirement from Milan Area Schools

Mr. DeSarbo Announces his Retirement from Milan Area Schools

After 30 years in education and the last 16 as Principal of Paddock Elementary School, Sean DeSarbo announced he will be retiring next month. DeSarbo addressed his decision in a letter to Paddock families that was dated Feb. 11. His letter opens with, “After 30 incredible years in the Michigan public school system (the last ...

STN Staff

Reduce Home Water Use and Protect Waterways With Rain Barrels from the Washtenaw County Conservation District

Reduce Home Water Use and Protect Waterways With Rain Barrels from the Washtenaw County Conservation District

The Washtenaw County Conservation District’s (WCCD) Rain Barrels & Supplies sales have returned for 2025. The WCCD offers rain barrels, composters, and related supplies available to the public to purchase for water catchment systems and composting systems. These supplies promote systems that encourage conserving rainwater, reducing home water use, and preventing runoff pollution, and composting ...

STN Staff

Local Nonprofit Lori’s Hands Expands Volunteer Base

Local Nonprofit Lori’s Hands Expands Volunteer Base

By Maddi Riemenschneider As a nonprofit, Lori’s Hands bridges the gap between college students and individuals living with chronic illnesses, fostering meaningful relationships. Student volunteers provide practical support, such as grocery shopping and household tasks, while also forming deep, lasting bonds with the clients they serve. Lori’s Hands creates a meaningful impact by enhancing the ...

Doug Marrin

From Everest Summits to Ann Arbor Kitchens

From Everest Summits to Ann Arbor Kitchens

After conquering Everest eight times, Tasi Sherpa found a new peak to climb—building a peaceful life and sharing his culinary heritage at Base Camp Restaurant in Ann Arbor. From the towering peaks of Everest to the bustling streets of Ann Arbor, Tasi Sherpa’s journey is a climb of a different kind—this time, toward a new ...

Doug Marrin

Commissioner Maciejewski Updates on Broadband Expansion and Western Washtenaw Service Center

Commissioner Maciejewski Updates on Broadband Expansion and Western Washtenaw Service Center

Washtenaw County Commissioner Jason Maciejewski, who represents District 1 in the western portion of the county, provided updates on two major projects: the broadband expansion initiative and the proposed Western Washtenaw Service Center. Broadband Expansion Progressing Ahead of Schedule Maciejewski reported that the county’s broadband expansion project is making rapid progress and is now expected ...

Cassidy Jenkins

Ann Arbor Libraries Offer More Than Books

Ann Arbor Libraries Offer More Than Books

Community Spaces for Learning, Connection, and Inspiration In the heart of the Ann Arbor area, public libraries serve as essential gathering places, offering more than just books—they are community hubs for knowledge, inspiration, and connection. Throughout history, great leaders have turned to books to shape their ideas and guide their actions. For example, we see ...

Doug Marrin

Housing Town Hall Focuses on Solutions and Benefits of Working Together

Housing Town Hall Focuses on Solutions and Benefits of Working Together

Community News Housing Town Hall Focuses on Solutions and Benefits of Working Together Planning experts, philanthropists, builders, social service workers, community members, and local leaders gathered on an icy Saturday morning in January to witness stories of successful housing projects told by the folks who’ve built them. Hosted by the Western Washtenaw Regional Advisory Group ...

Doug Marrin

DNR Investigates Bird Flu in Washtenaw County

DNR Investigates Bird Flu in Washtenaw County

By Doug Marrin The Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is investigating the recent deaths of wild birds in Washtenaw County and other areas across Lower Michigan, suspecting the highly contagious avian influenza (HPAI) as the cause. According to the DNR, the virus appears widespread in the state’s wild bird populations. So far this year, ...

Saline Area Schools says it’s “following the national messaging”

Saline Area Schools says it’s “following the national messaging”

Saline Area Schools assures the district community its taking the appropriate steps to protect student privacy. In his Feb. 7 Community Message, Saline Superintendent Stephen Laatsch addressed some issues around immigration and gender identity. The community message is like an e-newsletter to the school district community. This part of his message came under the heading ...

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